As a security consultant and founder of an IT consulting business, I specialize in cybersecurity and managed detection and response for small-medium sized businesses and local governments. I leverage my diverse skill set in Linux system administration, vulnerability management, automation, dashboard design, and system optimization to deliver customized enterprise infrastructure solutions for both on-premises and cloud deployments. My passion for technology and innovation drives me to construct secure infrastructures for the future of Earth and the Galaxy.I have over eight years of experience in information security, working for prestigious organizations such as MindPoint Group and TikTok. At MindPoint Group, I was assigned to a federal government contract where I increased the number of vulnerabilities found by automating vulnerability scans, developed Python scripts to automate log collection and archival, and created comprehensive security solutions for thousands of daily active employees. At TikTok, I was the infrastructure security director for the United States data centers, where I spearheaded groundbreaking projects such as video surveillance, asset management, and data sanitization, and managed a high-performing team of 25 employees. I have also earned the CompTIA Security+, ISC2 CC certifications, and achieved an Associate of Applied Science in Cyber Security, demonstrating my proficiency and knowledge in the cybersecurity industry.I am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Professional Studies degree in Cyber Security at the George Washington University, where I have gained a solid foundation in cyber forensics, network security, cryptography, and risk management. Additionally, I am studying to become an ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) by the end of the year. I am eager to apply my skills and experience to new challenges and opportunities in the cybersecurity field. I am a team player, a problem solver, and a lifelong learner.